Basic Rucker 17L

I haven’t found a reason TO buy the Rucker or plates, for that matter. $12 close out pack and (2) $1.88 1x8x16 concrete blocks got me 32lbs. I’ll tune in the final weight with a hammer. The thing to keep in mind is Rucking as an A.R.T. Active Resistance Training. Unless you’re showing up for a GoRuc

But hey look at the bright side! Goruck, a company known for durability, uses vx21 instead of vx42 or x50. And charges you up the wazoo for the privilege. Now you have more reasons to save money. Ctactical offers both plus ecopak for under $175 shipped, plus include very good water bottle pockets. H

Pass on it. While it will work well for seasoned ruckers, it won't for rookies. The GORUCK pack for $49 on Amazon is your best bet with a 10-20lb plate to start with. Also just buying a pack doesn't make it easy. Your shoes are a big part of your experience. Put your money into a quality set of shoe

I’ve got a Goruck Rucker 4.0, bougie I know, but I wanted to invest in the hobby. It’s supposedly “rainproof”

Water bottle pockets...really?? I'm at 9000' and I'm able to hydrate sufficiently well before/after...🤷‍♂️ Maybe you're on a much longer ruck? What actually mattered to me: I ruck heavy and ended up purchasing a Frontline Athletics Navigator 21L (it's great, sorry). Deciding factor for me was including